If you have an older child on the spectrum, please read.

My son is 9 and has aspergers. He does well in school, but he really struggles with writing. From what I understand, having trouble with writing is something many aspies struggle with. My son has always had an issue getting an idea from his brain to the paper. He is in 4th grade this year and it is just getting worse. It is to the point now, when it comes to writing, he refuses to do it and basically just shuts down. Or, he will ignore his teacher's instruction and read a library book instead of doing his writing. Does any one have any idea/tips to help him with his writing?

It is not up to them to say if his education is being negatively impacted because of their lack of accommodations. Get on them. If he is shutting down for writing there is an issue that needs to be addressed. YOU get to call an IEP meeting. Request one in writing and be sure to keep a paper trail. IDEA is federal, not by school, and it covers kids with all kinds of learning disabilities.

Thank you! I will definitely look into getting an advocate for him. This is the 2nd school, in the same district, that won't put him on an IEP. Both gave the same reason about it not affecting his education. I even went to the district special Ed office and they told me the same thing.